Small Straws In A Soft Wind
by Pastor Marsha Burns

Rejoice! This is a turning point in your life, and the things that you have built on the solid rock of Truth, righteousness and faith will withstand the storms of destruction that come against you. I tell you honestly that no weapon fashioned against you will prosper, and not one enemy shall be able to stand against you. Rise to every occasion and press through without fear, for I will certainly manifest Myself in great and powerful ways to those who are loyal to Me, says the Lord. Make the determination to receive healing in your soul where there has been damage done from the recent attacks. Hosea 6:1 Come, and let us return to the LORD; for He has torn, but He will heal us; He has stricken, but He will bind us up.

Stand firm and stay focused, for there are many things at this time that will demand your attention and distract your from what is pertinent. Now is the time to prepare for these diversions by making a decision not to allow these issues to result in chaos. Certainly, I am your place of peace, and I will give you wisdom and direction, but you must continue in strong relationship with Me, says the Lord. Isaiah 26:3 You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

Acts 16:26 "Suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken; and immediately all the doors were opened and everyone chains were loosed." Beloved, I declare to you that the foundations of your prison are being shaken, and your chains are being loosed, and the doors are opening for you to enter into great privilege. The past has had its hold on your life, but today is a new day. It is time for you to be set free from every bondage and fly like a bird that has escaped from the snare of a fowler. Rise up and rejoice in your new place of liberty!

You have had good and honorable intentions, but there are a few things that you have not followed through with. Examine your heart to see if this might be the time to carry out your purpose. Watch for opportunities to implement your plans and fulfill your commitments. Forgive and release those who have been indebted to you in some way. Conversely, be released and forgive yourself. Romans 13:8 Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law.

Many things require your attention, and there is a tendency to get overwhelmed with activities and responsibilities that seem to crop up all at once, but I stand beckoning to you to come and take your rest in My presence. Certainly, I will bring quick rejuvenation and restoration if you will only take the time to seek My face. I will bring immediate peace even in the midst of stress and chaos, says the Lord. Times of refreshing come from the presence of the Lord.

I am bringing you, My people, out of bondage and out of the captivity you have suffered in previous seasons. Take the harps, that were hung in the willows as a sign of weeping because of the bondage, and begin to praise Me, says the Lord. You are now going to experience great liberty and freedom. Psalm 137:1-1-6 By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept when we remembered Zion. We hung our harps upon the willows in the midst of it. For there those who carried us away captive asked of us a song, and those who plundered us requested mirth, saying, "Sing us one of the songs of Zion!" How shall we sing the LORD's song in a foreign land? If I forget you, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget its skill! If I do not remember you, let my tongue cling to the roof of my mouth—if I do not exalt Jerusalem above my chief joy.

Expect disruptions in your routine, and stay calm. I will light the path before you and direct your steps. And, know that when you experience a disturbance in your timing and order, I am still with you to guide you, says the Lord. My grace is sufficient to take you through even the most grueling of days. Trust Me to give you a second wind when you reach the end of your rope. Refuse to allow stress to rule, regardless of the situation.